Workers comp bill takes care of insurance companies, not injured workers

LAKELAND, Fla. (WFLA) - Injured workers beware. The brainchild of Florida State Senator Keith Perry (R) Gainesville could add more misery to your life. If you're hurt on the job, Florida's workers' comp system is designed to put benefits into your hands without delay. Injured workers like Neil Eckelberger of Lakeland won't benefit from Senate … Continue reading Workers comp bill takes care of insurance companies, not injured workers

Owner of Carolina Beach restaurant ordered to pay $40K in back wages to 30 employees

CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - A district court judge has ordered David Cole, the owner of Hurricane Alley’s and the former owner of The Dive in Carolina Beach, to pay over $40,500 in back wages to 30 employees. The decision comes after an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division found … Continue reading Owner of Carolina Beach restaurant ordered to pay $40K in back wages to 30 employees